Bobby Flay Mexicali Corn with Lime Butter
Bring bold, smoky flavors to your table with Bobby Flay's Mexicali Corn with Lime Butter! This vibrant grilled corn recipe is a fiesta of tangy lime, zesty spices, and creamy butter, making it the ultimate side dish for summer cookouts, taco night, or any casual gathering. Fresh ears of corn are charred to smoky perfection on the grill, then slathered in a luscious lime-infused butter enhanced with ground chili powder and cumin for a warm, aromatic kick. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and crumbly cotija cheese for an authentic Mexican-inspired twist that takes this dish over the top. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy corn recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating your weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Lime zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.25 cup Crumbled cotija cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Husk the corn, removing all silk, and set the ears aside.
In a small bowl, mix the butter, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and salt until well combined. Set the lime butter aside.
Brush the ears of corn with vegetable oil to coat evenly.
Place the corn on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly charred and tender. Remove from heat.
While the corn is still hot, generously spread the lime butter over each ear of corn.
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese, if desired, for an authentic touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.2 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.0 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 837 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.7 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1587 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
